International Mediator Training | Corfu Course
Specially Subsidised Course in Greece
40 hours
The inaugural season of courses at the International Mediation Centre in Corfu: this is the Bar Council flagship course, in person, delivered by the London Faculty and fully supported in an idyllic location.
From £600.00 inc VAT
This exceptional course offers full UK and EU training for the civil and commercial mediator. The Society is delighted to present this live in Corfu with the same London Faculty as part of our outreach programme for 2024 to 2026.
** The first course in April 2024 was booked by 18 people, and was a universally acclaimed success. Feedback from the April 2024 course includes: "A brilliant week - life changing professionally and wonderful socially. This should be compulsory medicine for all professionals!" and "Simply the best course I have ever been one. 10/10". **
This is not surprising. Course feedback for over 20 years is legendary and the same tutors and Faculty are working in Corfu and other Greek venues. For 2024 only - the cost of the course is subsidised by the hosts by 66% reducing it to just £600/€600. This is because as a Charity we do not take a profit - we just fund our costs and our charitable activities in the UK such as the Free Mediation Project and our international outreach in southern Africa. Our educational activities are also VAT-exempt (zero-rated) so this offers an additional saving.
It is open to all. Flights for those in the UK can be purchased from £80 return on budget airlines (£160 on Aegean, £200 on BA). Car hire for a week is also around £80. Pleasant 3* studio apartments near the Mediation Centre (and the sandy beach) are £25 to £50 per night. You are welcome to bring family or friends of course. It makes for an engaging and memorable week.
Who is this for?
This foundation course is for everyone. You need have no legal or degree background. It is taught in English, by experienced practising mediators, supported by tutors who speak Greek, Italian, and French.
The course represents the first step towards qualification as a Civil and Commercial Mediator and is accredited by the Civil Mediation Council, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and the Bar Council, amongst others. It is recognised worldwide.
Delegates will undertake both theory and practical elements during this intensive, week-long course and will be required to undergo both an assessed simulated mediation and written examination. The course hours in Corfu are adjusted to take advantage of the weather.
This course is suitable for anyone who has an interest in learning more about mediation, whether they intend to practice as a mediator themselves or simply use the skills learned within their own existing roles. No previous knowledge or understanding of alternative dispute resolution or the law is required as all essential elements will be covered on the course.
Course availability
3 – 7 Jun 2024
Greece, Corfu
40 hours
Starts at:
Monday 3 June 2024 9:00am
Ends at:
Friday 7 June 2024 5:00pm
Cost
£600.00 inc VAT
Location details
- Greece
- Arillas
- Corfu
- Greece
- 49081
Contact
2663 02345630 Sep – 4 Oct 2024
Greece, Corfu
40 hours
Starts at:
Monday 30 September 2024 9:00am
Ends at:
Friday 4 October 2024 5:00pm
Cost
£600.00 inc VAT
Location details
- Greece
- Arillas
- Corfu
- Greece
- 49081
Contact
2663 023456Need Help?
Foundation training is at the core of all of the Society's accredited mediaiton training.
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Testimonials
What do learners think of our courses? Read a selection of course feedback from learners below.
This course was engaging, excellently delivered and thoroughly enjoyable! I would recommend this to lawyers and non-lawyers alike. The skills that you will learn on the course will be beneficial in various aspects of life, irrespective of whether or not you want to practise as a mediator afterwards!
Barrister, Government Legal Department
"An intensive, comprehensive and action packed course which allowed me to see beyond the theory to putting it into practice. It is one thing to read about a field of practice and quite another to try and do it yourself!"
Broadcaster and singer
‘The Society of Mediators course will both change your life and the way you look at resolving any dispute in the future. I was already a convert to mediation, having been continually frustrated by the court process, in my practice as a solicitor. However, the course gave me a completely fresh outlook in the way to deal with mediation, and is designed to fast-track you to have the skills, you may have thought you had, but didn’t realise you need. The week is intense, but in a good way, and planned so that you often don’t really realise you are continually learning. There is a rich blend of tutors and facilitators, who have a very wide range of backgrounds. It may sound over the top, but by day one I was completely re-thinking the way I approached problems, and indeed the way I communicated with people. Whether you are a lawyer or not, this course has something to offer anyone who wants to resolve issues in any walk of life. In fact, I found my legal background, something of a disadvantage, as I had to be ‘untrained’ in lots of ways I approach disputes. Most importantly of all, I learnt to listen and not talk! To say it is ‘value for money’ is an understatement. I urge you to sign up. You will not regret it.’ Ben Tisdall, Solicitor. www.bentisdallsolicitor.com
July 2023 Course
"I cannot recall ever attending a training course, particularly one that lasts from 10am to gone 6pm for 5 consecutive days, where I have felt constantly engaged and enthused. All of the tutors have been superb and their passion and commitment to mediation is clear."
42 Bedford Row
"The course was better than I expected, the tutors were all fantastic. They taught us from beginner’s level and explained everything in an easy-to-understand way, which meant I didn’t feel like I was thrown in the deep end when I started mediating the case studies."
The Insolvency Service
"An excellent introduction to mediation and a great opportunity for personal development. I was pushed out of my comfort zone and challenged by an engaging and interesting faculty."
Bupa
"Life changing."
CEO and Venture Capital Board Member
"A substantial, through and entertaining course... provided me with the important basics [and] broke down assumptions I had previously. The tutors were inspiring and kind and I really enjoyed the opportunity to learn with lovely new people from outside of my usual ‘tunnel’."
Cornerstone Chambers
"The course provided a provided a comprehensive account of mediation and how it works. The tutors were very knowledgeable and clearly determined to ensure everyone on the course left with a good understanding of the subject."
King's College London
I know it has been over a month since we completed the course, but the more I reflect upon those 5 days, the more I realise their immense impact. This has been the most stimulating course I have done in over 3 years, and for that I cannot thank you enough. I just wanted to thank you for the time, and effort you and your lovely team put into the structure and content of the course. The skills you passed on were simply life-altering. This introduction to the world of mediation has greatly deepened my passion for ADR, and I am extremely excited to go further with this. I am looking forward to the next steps, and to hopefully learning more from you in the future.
King's College London